Termites have a useful role in our environment, but when they invade and attack at home, can become a hated enemy, the source of pain and fear. Every problem has a solution, and there is no need of a job into a nightmare. However, there are certain practices in the field of pest control that should be adopted for all inspections and treatments, and some "doubt" operators, which should be avoided like the plague!
In Australia, a house in three toAt some point, will be affected by termites, which unites more than damage caused by fires, storms and floods. In this article we will examine how to prevent the infestation of termites methods of control, protection, control and treatment.
Termite Control
Termite pest control involves identifying the type, the positioning of the nest and the selection of the best methods of eradication. A combination of regular, professional building inspections in termite-prone areas, with natural resistanceor treated wood in buildings and the installation of soil chemistry and physical barriers around buildings is necessary to prevent further problems.
Homes near termite nests can often close the trees, stumps and underground, but this may not parasites. If they do, they must locate the attention of the technical and termite treatment of these areas will be implemented before any protection. Too often, the technician "advised" the landlord concerned that termites canbe "anywhere within 100 meters" of the property and its impossible to pinpoint exactly where they come from.
In my opinion, if not try to find the source of the problem, your chances of gaining control of the problem are falling. Even if the house is surrounded by dense bush, I think it's definitely worth the time and cost of exploratory wells and treatment of all the trunks of trees around the property within a 50-100 meter radius, because thereMost of them are infected. If it means drilling 40-60 trees or investigation of all the surrounding houses, it is much better to ignore a possible source of infection?
Most pest control companies do not go to this extra effort, and will try to convince the customer that their propaganda techniques or soil barrier system is designed to protect your home under any circumstances. Do not believe them! Better investigations and inspections lead to better treatments and termite protection. Hisonly common sense to take all efforts to find the source of the attack.
Termite Pest Control
Termite identification in Sydney, Australia is highly specialized and pest control must carefully check all areas of the property before any protection or treatment is started. This can be done with the following:
Flashlight with a bright light
This is essential and krypton bulbs give the best light for torches generally available today. LEDFlashlights, headlamps and flashlights are the next generation of test equipment and should be used if they are on the market.
A survey of termite Donger
A fiberglass rod with a plastic ball at the end. E 'along baseboards, and other local high wood beamed ceilings. In the case of termite attack on wood tone changes, indicating carved wood.
A moisture meter
It will pick up high moisture content in the walls andTimber. Termites bring moisture from the soil and in the walls and beams.
A tracking device Termatrac microwave
Termatrac is an important step in the development of code construction of termites, invented and developed in Australia similar to the technology, the radar is the answer Termatrac exciting to detect termites through timber, plaster, brick or masonry with no interference with the material construction or termite activity. No drilling, tapping or pressure,Termatrac is the answer to termite detection without termite waste! With Termatrac, the parasite has the advantage of the exact name recognition and peace of mind of the customer.
Box cutter & Tape
If termite infested timber is located, we can do it with a Stanley knife and expose the interior of the timber, the identification of species of termites then seal with tape so as not to disturb the termites.
Bugging Device
That sounds termite sounds in the internalfrom the walls. However, if you touch the wall with his hand and put his ear to the wall you can hear the soldier termites communicate with their jaws on the beams.
Home Inspection
A home inspection for termites is known in Sydney, Australia and includes building inspection and pest report and a report of construction. It includes a thorough inspection of the foundation, roof void interior, exterior and other areas of the structure. An average house takes anywheretake one or two hours. Costs range from $ 160 - $ 360, depending on the size of the house and access. This is also GST tax
The report consists of several pages, where and what to do about the problems must be addressed. Digital photos are available upon request. It resembles a termite inspection report is to recognize termites at an early stage to reduce the amount of damage to your home. It does not stop termites. It is strongly recommended a termiteAudit report at least once every twelve months and carried out every three minutes to six months high risk areas.
Note: there is no household insurance that covers termite damage.
Termite Report
Essentially a termite inspection report of the building should:
1. Detect old damage and active termites.
2. It gives you the element of risk of infestation.
3. Provides recommendations to reduce the risk of infestation of termites.
4. It gives us enough information tojust mention to use on a termite treatment and the most appropriate method.
5. Identifies species of termites, and (especially)
6. Read termites.
termites economically important pests
Of the 258 described termite species in Australia, are only a few species that damage the wood for concern. The five families are the most common pests in Australia:
1. Mastotermitidae (1 pests - Giant Termite, Mastrotermesdarwinensis)
2. Kalotermitidae (some parasites "of the dry wood termite, Termes brevis also imported Crypto)
3. Termopsidae (1 pests - termites Dampwood, Soni POROTERM adam)
4. Rhinotermitidae (7 parasites, including Coptotermes acinaciformes)
5. Termitidae (5 pests including Nasutitermes walkeri)
The Ants (darwinensis Mastotermes) has the greatest potential for destruction. However, it is limited to the tropicsNorthern Australia. It takes all the wood in contact with the ground including shrubs and trees, as well as paper, leather, clothing and other materials. It 'a kind of large primitive force that usually form small colonies and has no true worker caste.
West Indian Dry-wood termite
The introduction of West Indian Dry-wood termite (Termes brevis Crypto) is the world's worst termite pest because it can eat even very small objects of wood, with few outward signs of damagequickly take over from native termite species can survive in very dry conditions, and is easy to carry. If found, should be reported to the appropriate governmental authority. It 'been to Brisbane and Sydney and other areas found more than once.
The most destructive species
But the most destructive species overall in Australia is acinaciformes Coptotermes. E 'distributed across the continent and use logs, living trees, spaces under buildingsand even walls as nesting sites. From the nest site, any wooden structure within a 100-metre radius can be attacked via underground tunnels. Although they usually need contact with soil, some nests of this termite species have even been found several floors up in city buildings or on ferries.
A common species that nests in Sydney's coastal bushland is Nasutitermes walkeri. It forms distinctive round ball-shaped nests that are especially abundant in the years following major bushfires (as it mainly nests in stressed trees). It can also damage fences, poles and wood on the ground, but it rarely attacks buildings. This species has the largest soldiers (up to 6 mm long) of the Nasutitermes genus, with the characteristic nasute head.
High Risk Suburbs
Termite control in Sydney, Australia is particularly important in these high risk suburbs:
Castle Hill
Winston Hills
Dural
Baulkham Hills
Wahroonga
Frenchs Forest
Manly
Epping
Carlingford
Leichhardt
We service all these areas as well as Australian capital cities Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart and Darwin.
Remember, if you follow all of the advice in this article, selecting a qualified Termite Expert who is aware of, and implements appropriate termite inspections, protection and treatments will help prevent a problem job from turning into a nightmare.
You can arrange for a comprehensive inspection by a qualified Termite Expert simply by emailing our office at info@termiteexperts.com.au or Phone: 1300 131 449 for more termite (white-ant) information, to book a termite inspection with one of our members, or to arrange a quote for treatment of termites.
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